NTR Resumes Shooting for Dragon After Injury, Release Set for June 2027
NTR is back on the sets of Dragon after recovering from a shoulder injury. The Prashanth Neel directorial is now targeting a June 2027 release, with major shooting to wrap by February.
Dumtika Editorial
October 15, 2026 · 1 min read
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Key Highlights
- NTR returns to Dragon sets after recovering from shoulder surgery
- Dragon's release shifted from June 2026 to June 2027
- Prashanth Neel directs, with Mythri Movie Makers producing
- Major shooting to be completed before February 2027
Young Tiger NTR has returned to the sets of his upcoming film Dragon, marking a significant step after his recent shoulder surgery. The shoot for Dragon, directed by Prashanth Neel, had been paused for several weeks while NTR recovered, with the team continuing work on other portions in his absence.
Dragon, produced by Mythri Movie Makers, was initially slated for a June 2026 release. However, due to the delay caused by NTR's injury and subsequent recovery, the film's release has been rescheduled to June 2027. The production team is now focused on completing all major shooting segments involving NTR before February 2027, as per the latest updates.
The film features Rukmini Vasanth as the female lead, with a strong supporting cast including Anil Kapoor, Biju Menon, Ashutosh Rana, Khushbu Sundar, and Anshumaan Pushkar. Music for Dragon is being composed by Ravi Basrur, adding to the film's pan-Indian appeal.
Prashanth Neel, known for his blockbuster hits in recent years, is collaborating with NTR for the first time, generating considerable interest among fans. Social media has been abuzz with updates about NTR's health and his return to work, reflecting the anticipation for this high-profile project.
With NTR back on set and the team working towards a 2027 release, Dragon is set to be one of the most awaited pan-Indian films in the coming year.
